orthotic therapy
History of Orthotics
Orthotics have been successfully used for centuries as a treatment for foot pain and to improve comfort. The materials used and theory behind them has evolved and changed over time. Originally made with metal, they now use specialised plastics. The comfort and fit of orthotics has improved to provide the best solution for people that need to wear them.
How Do Orthotics Work
The goal of orthotic therapy is to reduce internal and external forces which are acting on specific parts of foot, to treat injury and reduce foot pain.
Orthotics alter pressure coming from the ground to the foot (ground reaction force) when you stand, walk or run. By altering these forces, we can achieve better foot function and reduce any excessive forces that lead to foot injury.
Conditions
Orthotics are used to treat numerous foot conditions. Depending on which condition you have, the design and the features of the device will to help provide you with the best treatment outcome. Orthotics are never a standalone treatment and are used as part of a treatment plan. We will recommend footwear changes, exercises, activity modification and more.
Here are some examples of foot conditions that can be treated with orthotics:
- PLANTAR FASCIITIS
- BUNIONS
- KNEE PAIN
- FLAT FEET
- HIGH ARCHES
- BURSITIS
- NEUROMA
- INJURIES
- ACHILLES TENDINOPATHY